Retail Assistant

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

On-the-job training

Career development

Retail experience

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington seeks a friendly, reliable Retail Assistant for an entry-level, part-time position. You will greet customers, help maintain store appearance, assist with restocking, and support the sales team in daily tasks.

This role offers a solid start in retail and valuable customer service experience. No prior experience required; what matters is enthusiasm to learn, good communication, and a collaborative attitude.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; enthusiasm and willingness to learn are key.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A friendly and approachable personality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of customer service principles.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide friendly assistance as they browse the store.
• Help maintain store cleanliness, organization, and visual merchandising standards.
• Assist with restocking shelves and ensuring product availability.
• Support sales associates with customer inquiries and processing transactions.
• Handle basic customer service inquiries and direct customers to appropriate staff.
• Assist with receiving and organizing incoming stock.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Enthusiasm to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable Retail Assistant to support their store operations in Upington . This is an entry-level position perfect for someone starting their career in retail or looking for a dynamic part-time role. You will assist customers, help maintain store appearance, and support the sales team in various daily tasks. This role provides a great opportunity to learn about retail operations from the ground up, gain valuable customer service experience, and contribute to a positive shopping environment. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses a friendly demeanor, and is committed to providing excellent customer support.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide friendly assistance as they browse the store.
• Help maintain store cleanliness, organization, and visual merchandising standards.
• Assist with restocking shelves and ensuring product availability.
• Support sales associates with customer inquiries and processing transactions.
• Handle basic customer service inquiries and direct customers to appropriate staff.
• Assist with receiving and organizing incoming stock.

Requirements

• No prior experience required; enthusiasm and willingness to learn are key.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A friendly and approachable personality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of customer service principles.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level wages.
• Employee discounts on merchandise.
• On-the-job training and development opportunities.
• Chance to gain valuable retail experience.
• Supportive team environment.